chalk up
Example Sentences
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With the notable exception of Fox News, he has chalked up appearances on every major network and cable news channel.
From Salon
Portfolio managers chalked up the sudden turnaround for small caps to rising expectations that the Federal Reserve will deliver another interest-rate cut next month.
From MarketWatch
Portfolio managers chalked up the sudden turnaround for small caps to rising expectations that the Federal Reserve will deliver another interest-rate cut next month.
From MarketWatch
Mr. Haslett chalked up the low demand to Charles not being “as squeaky clean” as his mother, a reference to his turbulent marriage to Diana, Princess of Wales, and his infidelity.
From New York Times
When it had problems deciphering answers, something the students chalked up to different dialects, Ms. Cottafavi shouted, “We need to give it a hearing aid!”
From New York Times
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